Campbell University’s Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law has launched the Hutchens Business Law Clinic, made possible by a donation from Hutchens Law Firm in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Led by corporate attorney Benji Jones, the clinic gives students practical experience in business law while supporting local entrepreneurs and small business owners.
The clinic, in partnership with Raleigh Founded, bridges classroom learning with hands-on legal practice. Law students weigh in on client legal matters such as business entity formation, employee and contractor documentation, equity compensation plans and awards, commercial agreements such as non-disclosure agreements and vendor contracts and other operational topics.
Typically, four students participate in the clinic each semester, with each student working with three to four clients — meaning 12 to 14 clients receive assistance per semester, according to Jones…